Sony A 200 Manual

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Adjusting the color tones (White balance)  ...................... 83
Adjusting the white balance to suit a specific light source 
(Auto/Preset white balance) .............................. 83
Setting the color temperature and a filter effect (Color 
Temperature/Color filter)  .................................. 84
Registering the color tones (Custom white balance) .. 85
Image processing  ............................................................. 87
Correcting the brightness of the image (D-Range...

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OthersSpecifications ................................................................ 139
Troubleshooting ............................................................. 143
Warning messages  ......................................................... 152
Precautions .................................................................... 154
Index .............................................................................. 156 

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Preparing the camera
Preparing the camera
Checking the accessories supplied
The number in parentheses indicates the number of pieces.
 BC-VM10 Battery charger (1)/
Power cord (mains lead) (1)
 Rechargeable battery pack NP-
FM500H (1)
 USB cable (1)
 Video cable (1)
 Shoulder strap (1)
 Eyepiece cover (1)
 Body cap (1) (Attached on the 
camera) Eyecup (1) (Attached on the 
camera)
 CD-ROM (Application Software 
for α camera) (1)
 Quick Start Guide (1)
 Instruction Manual (This manual) 
(1) 

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Preparing the battery pack
When using the camera for the first time, be sure to charge the NP-
FM500H “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack (supplied).
The “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack can be charged even when it has not 
been fully depleted.
It can also be used when it has not been fully charged.
About charging time
 Time required to charge a fully depleted battery pack (supplied) at a 
temperature of 25°C (77°F) is as follows.
 The charging time differs depending on the remaining capacity of the 
battery back or...

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Preparing the camera
 We recommend charging the battery pack in an ambient temperature of 
between 10 to 30°C (50 to 86°F). You may not be able to efficiently 
charge the battery pack outside of this temperature range.
Notes Connect the battery charger to an easily accessible wall outlet (wall socket) close by.
 Even if the CHARGE lamp is not lit, the battery charger is not disconnected from the 
AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet (wall socket). If 
some trouble...

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To remove the battery pack
Inserting the charged battery pack
1While sliding the battery cover 
open lever, open the battery 
cover.
2Firmly insert the battery pack all 
the way while pressing the lock 
lever with the tip of the battery.
Lock lever
3Close the battery cover.
Turn off the camera and slide the lock 
lever in the direction of the arrow. Be 
careful not to drop the battery pack.
Lock lever 

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Preparing the camera
To remove the battery cover
To check the remaining battery level
Set the POWER switch to ON and check the level on the LCD monitor. The 
level is indicated with the percent figures, in addition to the following 
indicators.
What is an “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack?
An “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack is a lithium-ion battery pack that has 
functions for exchanging information related to operating conditions with 
your camera. Using the “InfoLITHIUM” battery pack, the remaining 
battery...

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Effective use of the battery pack
 Battery performance decreases in low temperature surroundings. So, the 
time that the battery pack can be used is shorter in cold places. We 
recommend the following to ensure longer battery pack use: put the 
battery pack in a pocket close to your body to warm it up, and insert it in 
your camera immediately before you start shooting.
 The battery pack will run out quickly if you use the flash frequently.
Battery life
 The battery life is limited. Battery capacity...

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Preparing the camera
Attaching a lens
Notes When attaching a lens, do not press the lens release button.
 Do not use force when attaching a lens.
Lens hood
Using a lens hood is recommended to prevent unnecessary light from 
affecting your images. For attaching, refer to the operating instructions 
supplied with the lens.
1Remove the body cap from the 
camera and the rear cap from the 
lens.
Rear cap
2Mount the lens by aligning the 
orange index marks on the lens 
and camera.
Orange index marks
3Turn...

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To remove the lens
Note on changing the lens
When changing the lens, if dust or debris gets inside the camera and lands 
on the surface of the image sensor (the part that acts as the film), it may 
appear on the image, depending on the shooting environment.
The camera is equipped with an anti-dust function to prevent dust from 
landing on the image sensor. However, quickly change the lens away from 
dusty locations when attaching/removing a lens.
If dust or debris lands on the image sensor
Clean the...